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Reporting to the Operations Manager via the direct instruction of the Facilities Manager, you will keep the site safe and secure. Working alongside the Facilities Manager you will cover general grounds and site maintenance, driving the school minibus, site security, porterage, minor repairs, and health and safety. This is a full-time, all year-round role and premises staff work on a shift rota to accommodate out of school hours activities and lettings.

7am to 4pm or 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities of a Grounds Keeper

* General maintenance of the grounds, premises and play areas ensuring a safe, secure, clean and well maintained environment. To include hedges, fences, pathways, lawns and flowerbeds, as well as fixtures, fittings, furniture and all minor repairs.

* Operating and maintaining grounds equipment, such as mowers, strimmers and leaf blowers.

* Reporting all accidents and potential hazards arising from plant, equipment and fittings, reporting all defects and taking remedial action as required.

* Sports field maintenance (working along side any third party contractors as required)

* Brushing of the astro turf facilities and maintenance of the playground, conducting regular inspections to ensure the safety and quality of these play surfaces.

* Drive the school minibus to transport pupils to and from school and for offsite activities as required.

* Unlocking and/or securing the premises at the start and end of the day including the opening and locking of gates, doors and windows as appropriate and/or requested.

* Responding to fire and intruder alarms ensuring that the necessary actions are taken to minimise risk of further intrusion and damage, pending more permanent repairs.

* Morning and afternoon drive management to ensure smooth running and efficient drop off and collection of pupils.

* Maintaining the swimming pool and specialist facilities (training will be given).

* Ensure all gates and entrances are kept clear, including the clearing of ice and snow in adverse weather conditions.

* Ensure all visitors and contractors report to reception in line with the Schools Safeguarding procedures.

* Assisting with monitoring of contractors on site, including cleaning and ensuring safety procedures are adhered to and work completed satisfactorily.

* Testing fire alarm and other alarms weekly and maintaining alarm testing log.

* Erecting and putting away large outdoor equipment.

* Removing and storing of seasonal equipment and furniture as required.

* Assisting with large display mounting, moving of classroom and shared area furniture.

* Providing support to school events such as Speech Day, Open Mornings and annual Summer Fête.

* Occasional weekend attendance in addition to the above.

* Assist with any other duties as directed by the Head or Operations Manager.

Key Competencies of a Grounds Keeper

* Good general qualifications including GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

* Full, clean driving licence

* Excellent time management skills

* Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people and work as a team

* Excellent attendance record

* High attention to detail

* Practical skills, these may include gardening, carpentry, painting and decorating, and plumbing repairs within own capability and in line with agreed health and safety procedures and guidelines

* Ability to drive the school minibus (PSV full training will be provided)

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitments Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.

Consultant: Donna Jackson